When scientists conduct research they seek to
A) use only real-world settings.
B) use only laboratory settings.
C) describe the findings only for people and circumstances who participated in their study.
D) generalize their findings beyond the people and circumstances used in their study.

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Scientists aim to generalize their findings to make them applicable beyond the specific individuals or circumstances used in the study. This allows for broader implications and impacts of their research. Using both real-world and laboratory settings can be appropriate depending on the research question, but neither setting alone is exclusive. Describing findings only for study participants would limit the usefulness of the research.

When Scientists Conduct Research They Seek to